Expos, Echoes, and the Love of the Game - March 1st , 2026
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How can we, like dedicated fans or visionary players, commit boldly to causes or communities we care about, even if it seems risky or unpopular?

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Expos, Echoes, and the Love of the Game - March 1st , 2026

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Expos, Echoes, and the Love of the Game

Expos, Echoes, and the Love of the Game

How can we, like dedicated fans or visionary players, commit boldly to causes or communities we care about, even if it seems risky or unpopular?

Join us on Sunday, March 1st, 2026, for a Calgary Unitarians' Service on Expos, Echoes, and the Love of the Game in Panabaker at 10:30 am.

***Remember to wear your baseball gear! ***

We hope to see you there! 

March 2026 Sermon Series

March 2026 Sermon Series

What are we willing to stand for? What does commitment mean in our faith and justice work?

Order of Service

What old pain am I ready to release to make space for love?

Gathering Music: Matthew

Welcome and Land Acknowledgement: Rev. Samaya

Opening Hymn No. 1010 We Give Thanks Me: Ned

Chalice Lighting: Jared 

Time for All Ages: Rachael

Sharing Our Light – As You Go (Kathleen Tracey): Ned

Pledge Testimonial: Jocelyn

Offering – March 4 Others: Niitoiyis Family Support Society: Jared

Offertory – Excerpts from Fantasie No. 1 (F. Price): Matthew

Joys and Sorrows: Rev. Samaya

Meditation: Rev. Samaya

Silence

Musical Interlude – Hymn No. 1031 Filled with Loving Kindness: Ned

Expos, Echoes, and the Love of the Game: Rev. Samaya

Closing Hymn No. 1018 Come and Go With Me: Ned

Benediction: Rev. Samaya

Extinguishing the Chalice: Jared

Postlude – Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob XVI: 46, Mvt 3: Matthew

A special thank you to all those who helped make our worship service is possible today:

Service Reader: Jared Prysunka

Board Representative: Jocelyn Keith-Asante

Director of Religious Education: Rachael Smith

Song Leader: Ned Leavitt

AV Operators: Rebekah Mobley-Kasner  and Robert Rickey

Usher(s): Nancy Townshend

Aesthetics: Mary-Anna Louise

Welcome Table: Kathy Burniston

Coffee and Goodies: Pamela Rickey

Artist in Residence: Chantal Chagnon

Administrator: Elyse Brazel

Minister: Rev. Samaya Oakley

 

Announcements

Announcements

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TODAY: The Power of US - Stewardship Campaign 2026–27 Kickoff
Join us for Souper Sunday Lunch on Sunday, March 1, 2026 (after the service)
All are welcome for fellowship and good food!

TODAY- Deepening Our Faith: How Are Decisions Made? Governance & Polity
Sunday, March 1st at 12:30 pm in Room 4
Explore who we are, what we believe, and how our faith comes to life in community.
Through stories and conversation, discover Unitarian Universalist values, connect with others, and discern whether membership is right for you. All are welcome!

Calgary Unitarians Seeks a New Music Director
We’re excited to announce that Calgary Unitarians is seeking a new Music Director! A job posting is on our website, and we encourage you to think of anyone who might be a great fit for our musical congregation. Please help us spread the word by sharing the upcoming posting with your networks.

Be a Voice in Sunday Worship! Sunday Service Readers Needed
Ever thought, “I could do that…”?
Readers receive a script on Friday and arrive at 10:00 am Sunday for a quick tech run-through. No experience needed — just your voice.
Interested? Let Rev. Samaya know!

Widening the Circle of Care - Coffee Hour Edition
Our Sunday snacks help us stay, connect, and build community — thank you to all who contribute!
As you’re able, consider bringing a variety of simple, nourishing options (fruit, cheese & crackers, veggies & dip, yogurt, eggs — and yes, cookies!).
A small offering can say: I’m glad you’re here. There’s a place for you at this table.

Soil and Water: A Relationship Older Than Dirt
Online Presentation March 5th at 7pm
The CU Climate & Environmental Justice Committee would like to invite interested gardeners to an online presentation about soil and water on March 5th at 7pm.  

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

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Sunday the 1st – Deepening Our Faith at 12:30 pm in Room 4

Monday the 2nd - Story Reading Circle at 8 pm online

Tuesday the 3rd: Vespers at 7 pm online and Men’s Group at 7 pm in Room 4

Wednesday the 4th – Women’s Group at 6:30 pm in Room 4

Thursday the 5th -  Community Dinner at 6 pm in Wickenden, and Community Board Games at 6:30 pm in Barker, and Soil and Water: A Relationship Older Than Dirt at 7 pm online

The Cock and the Girl who Forgot

The Cock and the Girl who Forgot

A Cautionary Tale - Wednesday March 4 7pm, Friday March 6  7pm, and Sunday March 8, 3pm

Join us for a readers theatre play about power and the cost to attain it. Free admission, with donations towards our social justice projects.

For more infomation visit:

http://calgaryunitarians.ca/events/the-cock-and-the-girl-who-forgot/2026-03-04

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